Excimer laser corneal refractive surgery and intraocular pressure

Abstract:

Excimer laser corneal refractive surgery was the major surgical approach for treating refractive errors. The eyesight was improved. At the same time, we are more concerned about the relationship between intraocular pressure(IOP)and excimer laser corneal refractive surgery. A review was summarized as follows: excimer laser corneal refractive surgery classification, 24-hour IOP fluctuation, relationship between preoperative and postoperative corneal thickness or curvature and IOP, high myopia and glaucoma diagnosis, refractive regression or the developing of myopia and IOP, relationship between glucocorticoid-induced ocular hypertension or glaucoma. It was important for the diagnosis and treatment in clinical ophthalmology.

Key words:excimer laser; refractive surgery; intraocular pressure